Meta Expands Solar Energy Investments With New 650 MW Agreement in the U.S.

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Published on 26/05/2025 at 19:19

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With a Focus on Sustainability and the Expansion of Its AI-Focused Data Centers, Meta Announced a New Solar Energy Contract That Will Add 650 Megawatts to Its Energy Matrix in Partnership with Supplier AES.

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, made another important agreement in the solar energy sector with AES last Thursday (21).

There will be 400 MW installed in Texas and another 250 MW in Kansas, aimed at powering the data centers that support its expanding operations — especially in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), which has high energy demands.

With this move, Meta reaches its fourth solar energy contract as early as 2025.

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Texas Leads the Solar Advance in the United States

The preference for Texas is not accidental. The state has led the installation of new solar capacity in the United States over the past two years.

The combination of fast licensing, efficient grid infrastructure, and ideal weather conditions makes the region attractive for technology companies seeking sustainable and scalable energy sources.

According to AES, the supplier for the new projects, solar energy provides a competitive advantage for companies like Meta.

“Rapid generation and low electricity costs are key factors that attract hyper-scale companies like Meta,” said Andrés Gluski, CEO of AES.

Solar Energy Gains Ground Due to Efficiency and Agility

The adoption of solar energy is standing out due to the possibility of bringing forward electricity generation, even before the total completion of power plants.

This characteristic has been decisive for companies operating at a fast pace, such as big techs, which need quick solutions to ensure autonomy and predictability in energy consumption.

In addition to the speed of implementation, reduced costs make solar projects highly competitive compared to other sources, further driving their large-scale adoption.

Totaling all its global investments in clean energy, Meta already accumulates over 12 gigawatts in renewable capacity.

This figure reflects the company’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and leading the tech sector towards a greener and more conscious operation.

This new agreement with AES reinforces Meta’s role as one of the main drivers of the energy transition in the digital sector, while also strengthening the support base for its digital platforms and artificial intelligence tools.

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Meta Expands Solar Energy Investments With New 650 MW Agreement in the U.S.

With a Focus on Sustainability and the Expansion of Its AI-Focused Data Centers, Meta Announced a New Solar Energy Contract That Will Add 650 Megawatts to Its Energy Matrix in Partnership with Supplier AES.

Texas Leads the Solar Advance in the United States

Solar Energy Gains Ground Due to Efficiency and Agility

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Meta Expands Solar Energy Investments With New 650 MW Agreement in the U.S.

With a Focus on Sustainability and the Expansion of Its AI-Focused Data Centers, Meta Announced a New Solar Energy Contract That Will Add 650 Megawatts to Its Energy Matrix in Partnership with Supplier AES.

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With a wingspan of 152 meters, 76 tires, and a capacity to carry 1,270 tons, the Boeing Pelican was the giant “flying ship” that promised to cross oceans close to the water on an invisible air cushion beneath its wings.

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